Alternatives to Bis-Aminopropyl Diglycol Dimaleate (Olaplex)

Bis-Aminopropyl Diglycol Dimaleate, the key ingredient in Olaplex, is known for its unique ability to repair broken disulfide bonds within the hair structure. This specific chemical action is quite unique.

While there isn't a direct chemical substitute that performs the exact same bond repair mechanism, several ingredients can offer similar performance in terms of improving the feel, softness, and manageability of damaged hair, especially hair that has been chemically treated.

Some ingredients that function as effective hair conditioners and can help improve the appearance and feel of damaged hair include:

• Bis-Aminopropyl Dimethicone: Available in different forms such as Bis-Aminopropyl Dimethicone (Light), Bis-Aminopropyl Dimethicone (Heavy), and Micro-Bis XL™ (Bis-Aminopropyl Dimethicone Microemulsion). These are highly effective silicones that coat the hair shaft, providing significant softness, smoothness, and improved combability. They are widely used in conditioners and treatments for damaged hair.
• Behenamidopropyl Dimethylamine: This ingredient acts as a hair conditioner and helps provide softness to hair.
• Cocamidopropyl Dimethylamine: Also functions as a hair conditioner, contributing to hair softness in various formulations.

These alternative ingredients primarily work by conditioning the hair surface and improving its physical properties, rather than chemically repairing internal bonds like Bis-Aminopropyl Diglycol Dimaleate. However, they are excellent choices for formulating products aimed at softening, smoothing, and improving the manageability of damaged hair.